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Shooting with your camera’s flash can sometimes produce undesirable results—harsh shadows, washed-out color, lack of details, and many of the other negative markers typically found in an overexposed photo. This kind of lighting can look both unnatural and unflattering, which is why photographers who are just starting out are advised to avoid using the flash when shooting certain subjects or scenes.

But what if there’s little to no available light to help you capture the scene you want to shoot? Does that mean you have no choice but to skip taking the photo altogether? Of course not. With a
good camera that effectively handles low-light or night photography
, you can simply adjust some of your camera settings (i.e., slower shutter speed, larger aperture, higher ISO, and more) to compensate for the lack of lighting. However, if you still need more light, using the built-in camera flash is still better than using nothing at all.

If you often find yourself shooting low-light scenes, it’s best to invest in an
external flash unit
so that you can easily take control of any low-light situation and take amazing pictures. Using an external flash can be highly effective in giving you the results you want, especially if you have the right
portable light modifier
to make the flash less harsh and unforgiving—like a flash diffuser, for instance.

What is a Flash Diffuser?

A flash diffuser is a simple light modifier that attaches to the upper part of an external flash unit. It’s used to soften or spread the harsh, concentrated light that bursts out of the flash, creating a more even and flattering light on the subject. It also helps remove heavy shadows created by the harshness of the strong lighting.

One of the most basic types of light diffusers is the rectangular, snap-on dome box made of white, semi-transparent plastic, which creates a diffused “bare bulb” effect. But flash diffusers come in various shapes and sizes, and each one gives you varying levels of diffusion. The larger the diffuser, the softer the light will be.

When it comes to manipulating the light from your hot shoe camera flash, there are a lot of options to choose from—knowing which one to use is a matter of what you’re photographing and the result you’re hoping to achieve. Some photographers even opt for DIY flash diffusers made from regular everyday items that can produce similar results, such as white coffee filters or small plastic food containers.